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Protein powder can be an extremely useful tool in any fitness journey. However, there are a few things to be wary of when looking to invest your money. Check out this short blog post to find out more.
Protein supplements can be confusing, find out what you should be looking for in this mini-blog.
Save time with this handy tip for prepping and cooking chicken.
Give this omelette a go, it packs a protein punch that will keep you fuller for longer.
If you're trying to become more muscular then you've probably come across the idea that the very last rep of your workout should be a bicep curl of your protein shake up to your lips. The magazines and the bro in the supplement store insist that you need a protein shake instantly following a workout. "It's the post-workout anabolic window bro, if you miss that, you've wasted your workout."
But the science isn't anywhere near as clear-cut. It appears that the most important factor in terms of the effects of protein on muscle growth is your overall daily intake and an immediate post-workout shake will have minimal effects, if any. (Check out the article linked below)
This doesn't necessarily mean that you shouldn't supplement with protein powder. I will still drink a protein shake after the gym if I'm on the go, but it's because I'm normally pretty hungry with little access to food, and not for the magical bro gains.
https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/the_timing_of_postexercise_protein_ingestion/
LOW-FAT, HIGH-PROTEIN CORONATION CHICKEN
A low-fat, high-protein take on a summer classic.
PROTEIN PACKED YOGHURT
Bumping up your protein intake is important for fat loss and essential for muscle growth. Greek Yoghurt can be a handy little addition to your nutritional arsenal.
SPICY CINNAMON CHICKEN
I'm still on a mission to spice up chicken!
Here's another interesting way of making chicken breasts delicious. Cook a couple for dinner or cook them in bulk in advance, either way, they are much tastier than boring old plain chicken. Most importantly, its extremely easy.
KENTUCKY BAKED CHICKEN
In my many years of training I’ve eaten a lot of plain chicken and I’ve become dangerously bored of it. Here’s a quick way of making it taste like it’s a bit naughty when really it isn’t.